2006 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Quantum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2694 cc |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |